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Choice Backpackers

2.0 star property
Family-friendly stay near Princes Wharf

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Billiards
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)
Lobby
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
10 Wellesley Street East, Auckland, 1010
  • Queen Street Shopping District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • The Civic Theater
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Auckland Town Hall
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom, City View

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom, City View

  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Single Room (Shared Bathroom)

Single Room (Shared Bathroom)

  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom

Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom

  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom

Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom

  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Front of property

Hobson Lodge - Hostel

Free WiFi
Parking available
Business services
Laundry
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (61)
The price is CA $129
per night
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Hobson Lodge - Hostel

About the area

Auckland

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Auckland Central Business District hostel, you'll find Sky Tower and SkyCity Casino. Queen Street Shopping District and Auckland Central City Library are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Queen Street Shopping District - 1 min walk
  • University of Auckland - 5 min walk
  • Sky Tower - 6 min walk
  • SkyCity Casino - 6 min walk
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Auckland Britomart Station - 11 min walk
  • Gaunt Street Tram Stop - 17 min walk
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Remedy Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nol Bu Ne Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eden Noodles City - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gong Cha 貢茶 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Choice Backpackers

Family-friendly stay near Princes Wharf
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Choice Backpackers.

This Auckland hostel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Choice Backpackers offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Languages

Croatian, Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1640 ft (NZD 24 per day)
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • High pile carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Towels

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Towels are available on request for a refundable deposit.

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 24 per day (1640 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Choice Backpackers Hostel Auckland
Choice Backpackers Hostel
Choice Backpackers Auckland
Choice Backpackers Auckland
Choice Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Choice Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Auckland

Choice Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 124 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Giovanna

No
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gennie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to CBD
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brodie

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed Thursday 12th Sept 2024 The private room was on the 10th floor and it was cold but the receptionist did warn me and give me an extra blanket. The lamp and wall plug were across the room / at the bottom of the bed so that was a bit annoying. I had come from LA over night so they did let me in to shower but charged me $5 + $5 to borrow a towel. The shower was luke warm but this morning was hot. Luggage storage is free. You must scan your key fob to access the lift/ elevator so that felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kaori

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness

6/10 Okay

Emma

Disliked: Amenities
I stayed in a private room, which itself was very clean and comfortable. However the remainder of the facilities left a lot to be desired. The kitchen is small and cramped for the size of the hostel, with insufficient items for use. E.g. I could only ever find 3 knives in the whole kitchen. Similar can be said for the dining area. The location was fine, though a bit of street noise on a Friday night. Seemed that those in dormitories were given their bedding on check in and had to make up beds themselves. Seems odd to me. Staff on the front desk did the bare minimum.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Jackie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely friendly staff, good location. This is not fancy accommodation by any means but it will keep you warm & dry for the night!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Jo

Disliked: Staff & service
It was adequate for my requirements. A little annoying that staff were not on the front desk when I needed them!

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the city, staff were friendly and kimd, clean facilities and our private room had a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Leigh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well worth it
The property is very centrally located. It is near transport, Queen St and shopping and restaurants. The room was fine. Jamie and Melanie were wonderfully helpful and friendly. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Isaac

Middle of the road hostel
Nothing horrible. Nothing excellent. Very loud and the lobby was disgusting in the morning. That did not effect me though so no big deal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

IEUFAKA EDOUARD-JOSEPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
second time staying here while in Rotorua. Safe and clean environment setting. The place to stay while in this region.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

D

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jack

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Tara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst hotel, so dirty... But good staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Romina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Loren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
(stayed in private rooms) Simple room that was tidy and clean. Bed had a single duvet on it - would have been nice to have the option of more blankets when it was cold. Room did had it's own inbuilt heater though so not a huge issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Staff & service
easy to navigate and close to cbd. very very thin walls and room was dirty as were bedsheets
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Felipe

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy sucio, las habitaciones no son como las fotos , la puerta del acceso queda trabada , inseguro las puertas de la habitación , lo único bueno es la ubicación , las áreas comunes pequeñas y la ducha se rebalsaba tenías que ducharte con el agua estancada, no volveria a ir jamás
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023